Running Your Group

All the information you need to run quality youth work programmes, including guidance on recruiting volunteers, securing funding and developing programming.

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Volunteers
One of the biggest assets to any youth group is the people that get involved and offer their time, skills and expertise. Recruit, induct and train volunteers for your group.

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Programmes
Develop engaging programmes and activities for young people, and create measures for tracking and reporting your key programme outcomes.

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Funding
Find the right funding opportunity for your group and learn the best practices for making a strong application.

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Governance
Develop a constitution, register your group for Charitable Status, and establish legal and administrative structures in line with best practice standards.

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